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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021-02-08 City Council Meeting Minutes MINUTES MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL 7:00 P.M. Monday, February 8, 2021 Held Remotely Via Conference Call Meeting No. 03-21 A. CALL TO ORDER A meeting of the City Council was held remotely via conference call and was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Abrams. Mayor Abrams announced Ramsey County Board of Commissioners approved embedding a social worker in the Maplewood Public Safety Department. Fire and EMS Chief Mondor provided benefits of this new initiative and anticipated hiring timeline. B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE C. ROLL CALL Marylee Abrams, Mayor Present Rebecca Cave, Councilmember Present Kathleen Juenemann, Councilmember Present William Knutson, Councilmember Present Nikki Villavicencio, Councilmember Present D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the agenda as submitted. Seconded by Councilmember Knutson Ayes – All, via roll call The motion passed. E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. January 25, 2021 City Council Workshop Meeting Minutes Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the January 25, 2021 City Council Workshop Meeting Minutes as submitted. Seconded by Councilmember Villavicencio Ayes – All, via roll call The motion passed. 2. January 25, 2021 City Council Meeting Minutes Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the January 25, 2021 City Council Meeting Minutes as submitted. February 8, 2021 City Council Meeting Minutes Seconded by Councilmember Knutson Ayes – All, via roll call The motion passed. F. APPOINTMENTS AND PRESENTATIONS 1. Administrative Presentations a. Council Calendar Update City Manager Coleman gave an update to the council calendar and reviewed other topics of concern or interest requested by councilmembers. 2. Council Presentations State of the City th Mayor Abrams highlighted the upcoming State of the City event on February 18 that will be held by Zoom this year. 3. Resolution of Appreciation for Candace Okeson, Environmental and Natural Resources Commission Community Development Director Thomson gave the staff report. Councilmember Juenemann read the Resolution of Appreciation. Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve a Resolution of Appreciation for Candace Okeson, Environmental and Natural Resources Commissioner. Resolution 21-02-1912 RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION WHEREAS, Candace Okeson has been a member of the Maplewood Environmental and Natural Resources Commission for three years and three months, serving from September 11, 2017, to December 11, 2020. Ms. Okeson has served faithfully in those capacities; and WHEREAS, the Environmental and Natural Resources Commission and City Council have appreciated her experience, insights and good judgment; and WHEREAS, Ms. Okeson has freely given of her time and energy, without compensation, for the betterment of the City of Maplewood; and WHEREAS, Ms. Okeson has shown dedication to her duties and has consistently contributed her leadership and efforts for the benefit of the City. NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED for and on behalf of the City of Maplewood, Minnesota, and its citizens that Candace Okeson is hereby extended our gratitude and appreciation for her dedicated service. Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes – All, via roll call February 8, 2021 City Council Meeting Minutes The motion passed. 4. Resolution of Appreciation for Denis Dupee, Housing and Economic Development Commission Community Development Director Thomson gave the staff report. Councilmember Knutson read the Resolution of Appreciation. Councilmember Knutson moved to approve a Resolution of Appreciation for Denis Dupee, Housing and Economic Development Commission. Resolution 21-02-1913 RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION WHEREAS, Denis Dupee has been a member of the Maplewood Housing and Economic Development Commission for 3 years, serving from November 2017 to September 2020; and WHEREAS, the Housing and Economic Development Commission and the City Council appreciate his experience, insights, and good judgment; and WHEREAS, Mr. Dupee has freely given of his time and energy, without compensation, for the betterment of the City of Maplewood; and WHEREAS, Mr. Dupee has shown dedication to his duties and has consistently contributed his leadership and efforts for the benefit of the City. NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED for and on behalf of the City of Maplewood, Minnesota, and its citizens that Denis Dupee is hereby extended our gratitude and appreciation for his dedicated service. Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All, via roll call The motion passed. 5. Report on 2020 Strategic Plan Administrative Services & Performance Measurement Coordinator Knutson gave the presentation. Councilmember Juenemann moved to accept the 2020 Strategic Plan Report. Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes – All, via roll call The motion passed. G. CONSENT AGENDA – Items on the Consent Agenda are considered routine and non- controversial and are approved by one motion of the council. If a councilmember February 8, 2021 City Council Meeting Minutes requests additional information or wants to make a comment regarding an item, the vote should be held until the questions or comments are made then the single vote should be taken. If a councilmember objects to an item it should be removed and acted upon as a separate item. Agenda item G3 was highlighted. Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve agenda items G1-G3 Seconded by Councilmember Knutson Ayes – All, via roll call The motion passed. 1. Approval of Claims Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the approval of claims. ACCOUNTS PAYABLE: $ 610,778.15 Checks #107019 thru #107041 dated 01/26/21 $ 539,780.09 Disbursements via debits to checking account dated 01/19/21 thru 01/22/21 $ 346,737.05 Checks #107044 thru #107071 dated 02/02/21 $ 10,909,047.31 Disbursements via debits to checking account dated 01/25/21 thru 01/29/21 $ 12,406,342.60 Total Accounts Payable PAYROLL $ 848,172.58 Payroll Checks and Direct Deposits dated 01/22/21 $ 2,462.00 Payroll Deduction check #99104442 thru #99104444 dated 01/22/21 $ 850,634.58 Total Payroll $ 13,256,977.18 GRAND TOTAL Seconded by Councilmember Knutson Ayes – All, via roll call The motion passed. 2. Renewal of Contract with Human Resource Attorney February 8, 2021 City Council Meeting Minutes Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the consulting services agreement between the City of Maplewood and Madden Galanter Hansen, LLP and authorize the Mayor and City Manager to execute the contract on behalf of the City. Seconded by Councilmember Knutson Ayes – All, via roll call The motion passed. 3. Payment for Axon Yearly Maintenance Support & Evidence.com Subscription Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve payment for Axon yearly maintenance support and Evidence.com subscription. Seconded by Councilmember Knutson Ayes – All, via roll call The motion passed. H. PUBLIC HEARINGS – If you are here for a Public Hearing please familiarize yourself with the Rules of Civility printed on the back of the agenda. Sign in with the City Clerk before addressing the council. At the podium please state your name and address clearly for the record. All comments/questions shall be posed to the Mayor and Council. The Mayor will then direct staff, as appropriate, to answer questions or respond to comments. None I. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None J. NEW BUSINESS 1. Maplewood Moose Lodge and Family Center, 1832 Gervais Court East a. Comprehensive Plan Amendment Resolution (Requires 4 Council Votes) b. Zoning Map Amendment Ordinance c. Conditional Use Permit Resolution Community Development Director Thomson gave the staff report. Gary Lenart, with Moose Lodge and Family Center, provided additional comments. Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve a resolution for a Comprehensive Plan Amendment for the property located at 1832 Gervais Court East, re-guiding the property’s future land use designation from High-Density Residential to Employment. Resolution 21-02-1914 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT RESOLUTION Resolution approving the comprehensive plan amendment re-guiding the property at 1832 Gervais Court East from High-Density Residential to Employment. February 8, 2021 City Council Meeting Minutes Be it resolved by the City Council of the City of Maplewood, Minnesota, as follows: Section 1. Background. 1.01 Gary Lenart, on behalf of the Maplewood Moose Lodge and Family Center has requested approval of a comprehensive plan amendment. 1.02 The property is located at 1832 Gervais Court East and is legally described as: PIN: 112922320004 – The East ½ of the East 201.55 feet of the West 632.30 feet of the Northwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 11, Township 29, Range 22, Except the South 450 feet and the North 33 feet taken for road, except that portion taken for Highway 36, Ramsey County, Minnesota. Section 2. Criteria. 2.01 The 2040 Comprehensive Plan states the document may require amending due to a property owner request to change land use designation to allow a proposed development or redevelopment. 2.02 The 2040 Comprehensive Plan amendment process follows the same City identified public hearing process as the major update process used to develop the 2040 Comprehensive Plan. Amendments are required to submit and gain approval from the Metropolitan Council. Section 3. Findings 3.01 The requested amendment would meet the goals and policies outlined in the 2040 Comprehensive Guide Plan. Section 4. City Review Process 4.01 The City conducted the following review when considering this amendment request. 1. On January 19, 2021, the planning commission held a public hearing. The city staff published a hearing notice in the Pioneer Press and sent notices to the surrounding property owners. The planning commission gave everyone at the hearing a chance to speak and present written statements. The planning commission recommended that the city council approve the comprehensive plan amendment. 2. On February 8, 2021, the city council discussed the comprehensive plan considered reports and recommendations from the planning commission and city staff. Section 5. City Council February 8, 2021 City Council Meeting Minutes 5.01 The above described comprehensive plan amendment is approved based on the findings outlined in section 3 of this resolution. Approval is subject to, and only effective upon, the following conditions: 1. Review and approval of the Metropolitan Council as provided by state statute. 2. The development must further comply with all conditions outlined in City Council Resolution No. 21-02-1915 for a conditional use permit approved by the Maplewood City Council on February 8, 2021. Seconded by Councilmember Knutson Ayes – All, via roll call The motion passed. Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve an ordinance for a Zoning Map Amendment for the property located at 1832 Gervais Court East, rezoning the property from LBC, Limited Business Commercial to M1, Light Manufacturing. Ordinance 1018 A ZONING MAP AMENDMENT ORDINANCE REZONING THE PROPERTY AT 1832 GERVAIS COURT EAST FROM LBC, LIMITED BUSINESS COMMERCIAL TO M1, LIGHT MANUFACTURING The Maplewood City Council ordains as follows: Section 1. 1.01 The property at 1832 Gervais Court East is hereby rezoned from LBC, Limited Business Commercial to M1, Light Manufacturing. 1.02 The property is legally described as: The East ½ of the East 201.55 feet of the West 632.30 feet of the Northwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 11, Township 29, Range 22, Except the South 450 feet and the North 33 feet taken for road, except that portion taken for Highway 36, Ramsey County, Minnesota. 1.03 The property identification number is: 112922320004 Section 2. 2.01 Section 44-1165 outlines criteria the City Council must consider when considering a zoning map amendment. This ordinance is based on the following findings: 1. Assure itself that the proposed change is consistent with the spirit, purpose and intent of city code. February 8, 2021 City Council Meeting Minutes 2. Determine that the proposed change will not substantially injure or detract from the use of neighboring properties or from the character of the neighborhood and that the use of the property adjacent to the area included in the proposed change or plan is adequately safeguarded. 3. Determine that the proposed change will serve the best interests and conveniences of the community, where applicable, and the public welfare. 4. Consider the effect of the proposed change upon the logical, efficient, and economical extension of public services and facilities, such as public water, sewers, police and fire protection and schools. 5. Be guided in its study, review and recommendation by sound standards of subdivision practice where applicable. 6. Impose such conditions, in addition to those required, as are necessary to ensure that the intent of this chapter is complied with, which conditions may include but not be limited to harmonious design of buildings; planting and the maintenance of a sight or sound screen; the minimizing of noxious, offensive or hazardous elements; and adequate standards of parking and sanitation. Section 3. 3.01 The City Council hereby approves the ordinance. Approval is based on the findings outlined in section 2 of this ordinance. Approval is subject to the following conditions: 1. The City must conduct a life/safety inspection of the property. Any issue in noncompliance of the City’s life/safety standards must be corrected. 2. The development must further comply with all conditions outlined in City Council Resolution No. 21-02-1915 for a conditional use permit approved by the Maplewood City Council on February 8, 2021. 3. Metropolitan Council approval of Resolution No. 21-02-1914 for a comprehensive plan amendment approved by the Maplewood City Council on February 8, 2021. Section 4. 4.01 This ordinance shall be effective following its adoption and publication. Seconded by Councilmember Knutson Ayes – All, via roll call The motion passed. Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve a resolution for a Conditional Use Permit for the property located at 1832 Gervais Court East, allowing a place of amusement, February 8, 2021 City Council Meeting Minutes recreation or assembly to operate on the property and subject to certain conditions of approval Resolution 21-02-1915 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT RESOLUTION BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Maplewood, Minnesota, as follows: Section 1. Background. 1.01 Gary Lenart, on behalf of the Maplewood Moose Lodge and Family Center, has requested approval of a conditional use permit to operate on the property. 1.02 The property is located at 1832 Gervais Court East and is legally described as: PIN: 112922320004 – The East ½ of the East 201.55 feet of the West 632.30 feet of the Northwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 11, Township 29, Range 22, Except the South 450 feet and the North 33 feet taken for road, except that portion taken for Highway 36, Ramsey County, Minnesota. Section 2. Standards. 2.01 City Ordinance Section 44-637(a) (1) by Section 44-512 (3) requires a Conditional Use Permit for a place of amusement, recreation or assembly. 2.02 General Conditional Use Permit Standards. City Ordinance Section 44- 1097(a) states that the City Council must base approval of a Conditional Use Permit on the following nine standards for approval. 1. The use would be located, designed, maintained, constructed and operated to be in conformity with the City’s Comprehensive Plan and Code of Ordinances. 2. The use would not change the existing or planned character of the surrounding area. 3. The use would not depreciate property values. 4. The use would not involve any activity, process, materials, equipment or methods of operation that would be dangerous, hazardous, detrimental, disturbing or cause a nuisance to any person or property, because of excessive noise, glare, smoke, dust, odor, fumes, water or air pollution, drainage, water run-off, vibration, general unsightliness, electrical interference or other nuisances. 5. The use would not exceed the design standards of any affected street. February 8, 2021 City Council Meeting Minutes 6. The use would be served by adequate public facilities and services, including streets, police and fire protection, drainage structures, water and sewer systems, schools and parks. 7. The use would not create excessive additional costs for public facilities or services. 8. The use would maximize the preservation of and incorporate the site’s natural and scenic features into the development design. 9. The use would cause minimal adverse environmental effects. Section 3. Findings. 3.01 The proposal meets the specific conditional use permit standards. Section 4. City Review Process 4.01 The City conducted the following review when considering this conditional use permit request. 1. On January 19, 2021, the planning commission held a public hearing. City staff published a hearing notice in the Pioneer Press and sent notices to the surrounding property owners. The planning commission gave everyone at the hearing a chance to speak and present written statements. The planning commission recommended that the city council approve this resolution. 2. On February 8, 2021, the city council discussed this resolution. They considered reports and recommendations from the planning commission and city staff. Section 5. City Council 5.01 The city council hereby approved the resolution. Approval is based on the findings outlined in section 3 of this resolution. Approval is subject to the following conditions: 1. Applicant shall submit a seating chart and a parking plan to City staff. 2. Any site or building modifications are subject to City review. 3. The future parking lot expansion noted on the applicant’s plans will be subject to design review by the City’s Community Design Review Board. 4. Prior to the issuance of any permits, the applicant shall submit a seating chart and parking plan to staff for review. All city parking requirements must be satisfied before a certificate of occupancy can be issued by the city. February 8, 2021 City Council Meeting Minutes 5. The applicant shall submit a parking restriping plan and maintenance plan for staff approval. 6. The applicant shall comply with the City’s tree preservation ordinance and tree replacement requirements. 7. The applicant shall meet the requirements detailed in the attached report from the Assistant City Engineer, dated December 30, 2020. 8. Signs shall follow the City’s sign ordinance. Signs shall not be installed unless the applicant first obtains sign permits. 9. Any and all trash receptacles shall be contained within an enclosed structure. Design of a new structure shall be subject to the City’s design review process. 10. The proposed use must be substantially started within one year of council approval or the permit shall become null and void. The council may extend this deadline for one year. The City Council shall review this permit in one year. 11. All of the applicant’s parking shall be confined to the site and not allowed on city streets or neighboring properties. 12. The applicant shall comply with all requirements of the building official, fire chief and city engineer. 13. The applicant shall submit an application to the City’s Environmental Health Official for an annual food permit prior to operation. 14. Metropolitan Council approval of Resolution No. 21-02-1914 for a Comprehensive Plan Amendment approved by the Maplewood City Council on February 8, 2021. Seconded by Councilmember Villavicencio Ayes – All, via roll call The motion passed. 2. Home Occupation License Resolution, 2328 Montana Avenue East Community Development Director Thomson gave the staff report. Renee McCoy, applicant, addressed the council and gave additional details. Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve a resolution for a home occupation license for a home-based business, offering private fitness classes at the residential property located at 2328 Montana Avenue East. Resolution 21-02-1916 HOME OCCUPATION LICENSE RESOLUTION BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Maplewood, Minnesota, as follows: February 8, 2021 City Council Meeting Minutes Section 1. Background. 1.01 Renee McCoy is proposing a home-based fitness instruction business. 1.02 The property is located at 2328 Montana Avenue East and is legally described as: Unit 2328, Condominium Number 212, Acorn Greenhouses Condominiums, Ramsey County, Minnesota Property Identification Number 24-29-22-23-0050 Section 2. Standards. 2.01 Section 14-56 outlines the licensing requirements for home occupations on residential property. Section 3. Findings. 3.01 The proposal meets the specific home occupation license standards. Section 4. City Review Process 4.01 The City conducted the following review when considering this home occupation license request. 1. On January 19, 2021, the Planning Commission held a public hearing. City staff published a hearing notice in the Pioneer Press and sent notices to the surrounding property owners. The Planning Commission gave everyone at the hearing a chance to speak and present written statements. The Planning Commission recommended that the City Council approve this resolution. 2. On February 8, 2021, the City Council discussed this resolution. They considered reports and recommendations from the Planning Commission and city staff. Section 5. City Council Action. 5.01 The City Council hereby approved the resolution. Approval is based on the findings outlined in Section 2 of this resolution. Approval is subject to the applicant doing the following: 1. The applicant must apply to the City Clerk for a business license. This license must be renewed with the City Clerk on an annual basis. 2. Hours of operation for the business are limited to Monday through Friday, between 8:00 am and 6:00 pm. 3. Parking shall be provided on the property, in the property owner’s driveway. Public streets cannot be used for customer parking. February 8, 2021 City Council Meeting Minutes 4. There shall only be one customer visiting the business at any time. 5. Other than the home occupation license holder, there shall be no other outside employees. Seconded by Councilmember Knutson Ayes – All, via roll call The motion passed. K. AWARD OF BIDS None L. ADJOURNMENT Each councilmember was given the opportunity to share additional thoughts. Mayor Abrams adjourned the meeting at 8:20 p.m. Andrea Sindt, City Clerk February 8, 2021 City Council Meeting Minutes